[caption id="attachment_8005" align="alignright" width="478"] A very bright spot to our visit was getting to celebrate our design colleague and friend Kathy Greeley as she launched her book “The Collected Cottage” at the Currey & Co showroom. Congrats Kathy![/caption] We're back from visiting the High Point Market this fall. It was a busy time going from booth to booth, both exploring new...
It's the time of year we like to take the team to the High Point Market. This is an opportunity for us to interact with vendors we already work with and to meet new ones. Each vendor sets up their current line like a showroom you walk through. It is so much more valuable to see the...
What to expect in home design in 2018 Each year we look ahead to what the coming year will hold in terms of design trends. As 2018 approaches, we’ve narrowed down a few of the top design elements to keep an eye out for when it comes to home design and interior decor. Color Forecast: Grays have been all the rage and...
Inspiration for Beautiful Fireplace and Mantel Designs by ACM Design, architecture & interiors Visions of a cozy fire will begin to flicker as temperatures begin dropping with the arrival of fall. This means that your fireplace, including the mantel and surround, will attract much more attention than during summer months. Have you noticed that it may be time for a mantel makeover,...
Think of window treatments as icing on the cake when it comes to decorating interior rooms of your home. From draperies and roman shades to blinds and plantation shutters, many options are available to dress the windows in your home. When designing a new home, consider both the placement of windows and window treatments during the design process to ensure that...
Do you have guests on the way and want to find ways to make them feel at home? Here’s a quick list of ways to spruce up your guest quarters just in time for their arrival. Bedding Make sure your linens are freshly laundered and pillows are fluffed. Even linens that haven’t been slept on will need refreshing after a while....
We've all heard the saying “opposites attract”, but how do opposing styles affect architectural and interior design choices? The challenge of blending contrasting styles under the same roof can prove overwhelming for many. Rarely will a couple have identical tastes, and often, the architect and/or designer evolves into a style counselor to facilitate the design process. Overcoming the obstacles of...
....Do you know the lingo??? When it’s time to replace your old worn sofa, do you know where to start? Many factors can affect which sofa you choose, from style to frame construction and even upholstery choices. Below are a few tips to help you get started. First, know your budget and your "must-haves." Budget will inform options and prioritize choices, so...
If you’ve ever driven the Blue Ridge Parkway and dreamt of living in the Smoky Mountains or the Southern Appalachians, we’ve compiled a series of complimentary guides rich with information about designing a mountain home. Informed by our decades of experience as mountain home architects, we share expert advice about topics like building on steep slopes, terrain-specific building costs, and materials suited for withstanding the mountain weather. Our passion for creating personalized and heartfelt homes is apparent in all of our work and it is our pleasure to share our expertise with you in these free and informative guides.
